Because foreign buyers can feel a bit like outsiders, we sat down with expat and founder of Carlton International, Philip Weiser, to get an insider take on the process.

The dreamiest fixer-upper, this 18th century chateau is set on the Emerald coast of Bretagne, France.

The nearby, picturesque medieval village of Ramatuelle is a 15-minute drive from the famed French Riviera town of Saint Tropez, and offers an attractive proximity to the region's glamorous hot spots and beaches.

The romantic property is set on just over 2 acres of lush, landscaped grounds in a gated community within the village of Grimaud—one of the most sought-after summer destinations in the south of France!

Cap d’Antibes is arguably one of the most exclusive stretches of coastline on the French Riviera. The 4-mile long peninsula situated between Cannes and Nice, is known as a haven of nature and tranquillity, while still being in close proximity to the hotspots of the Cote d’Azur.

One of the oldest properties in Gironde, the restored 14th century property is located in southwest France, close to the famed Saint-Émilion wine region.

The 16th century chateau is set on the banks of the Seine river, near the Bois le Roi station—just a 35 minute commute to Paris Gare de Lyon.

The château is listed (ISMH) and has been a private residence for the same family for the past 60 years, fully restored to an excellent condition.

The stunning property features the largest private garden in Avignon, a city in southeastern France known as the Gateway to Provence.

The 7.41 acre estate is surrounded by a bucolic "Natural Zone", home to a renowned equestrian community and approximately 1 hour north of Paris.